Good morning, West Chester.

Chester County Food Bank and America250 PA will offer volunteer opportunities on Jul.

18 to celebrate Pennsylvania Day, where locals will pack meals, sort produce, or harvest fresh vegetables at farms in Glenmoore and Downingtown. The volunteer work will support food distribution efforts for community partners — helping ensure more neighbors have access to nutritious food.

Researchers led by Dr. William Watson and Rev.

Dr. Frank Watson announced the discovery of a mass gravesite in Downingtown holding about 120 Irish railroad workers who died in 1832—this find, linked to an earlier grave at Duffy’s Cut, was presented during a public meeting at Immaculata University’s Gabriele Library.

Widener University honored Professor Brent Satterly with the Julie E.

Wollman Endowed Award for Inclusion and Belonging on May 5—his award, funded by a $100,000 gift from Julie E. Wollman and her husband, recognizes his long-standing efforts to support inclusion on campus.

Authorities removed a northern snakehead from Chester County waters near Black Rock Sanctuary on June 12 — the 20-pound fish threatens native species as it can move quickly between water bodies.

Officials urge fishermen to kill snakeheads on site and report any catches since possession and sale remain illegal.

Chester County offers many summer activities for residents, with West Chester’s Northbrook Canoe Company running canoe, kayak, and tubing trips along the Brandywine River from 9 AM to 4 PM daily—other local spots host dining events, flower workshops, lavender farm classes and camping trips—ensuring fun for everyone.

Hops for Homes Beer Festival

12-5 p.m. — Chester County Art Association — Cost info not specified — Celebrate local brews and bites at the annual Hops for Homes festival.

Music at Marshall Square Park 2025

5-8:30 p.m. — Marshall Square Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music, food trucks, and fun activities for the whole family.

Eagles Youth Football Academy in West Chester

9:00 – 11:30 AM — Bayard Rustin High School — Free — Kick off your summer with the Philadelphia Eagles Youth Football Clinic at Rustin High School.

Fourth of July Celebration

Time to celebrate our freedom and independence — July 2-8 — Philadelphia / West Chester KOA Holiday — Free entry — Enjoy festivities in the historic spirit of Philadelphia.